मतलब
Expressing approval or congratulations.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In Spain, 'bravo' is inextricably linked to the 'toro bravo' (fighting bull). It represents strength, spirit, and nobility. Shouting '¡Bravo!' at a bullfight is a sign of respect for the animal's courage. In these countries, 'estar bravo' is the primary way to say someone is angry. If you say 'Mi jefe está bravo,' you aren't saying he is brave, but that he is in a bad mood. While '¡Bravo!' is understood, you are more likely to hear '¡Buenísimo!' or '¡Espectacular!' for general praise, and '¡Dale!' for encouragement. Mexicans use '¡Bravo!' frequently for children and performances, but in slang, they might replace it with '¡Qué padre!' or '¡Te la rifaste!' (You nailed it!).
The Clapping Rule
In Spanish, '¡Bravo!' is almost always accompanied by physical applause. If you say it without clapping, it might sound less sincere.
The LatAm 'Angry' Trap
If you are in Colombia and someone says 'Estoy bravo', don't congratulate them! They are telling you they are mad.
मतलब
Expressing approval or congratulations.
The Clapping Rule
In Spanish, '¡Bravo!' is almost always accompanied by physical applause. If you say it without clapping, it might sound less sincere.
The LatAm 'Angry' Trap
If you are in Colombia and someone says 'Estoy bravo', don't congratulate them! They are telling you they are mad.
Opera Etiquette
Even in Spanish-speaking countries, some opera purists might still use '¡Brava!' for a female soprano. You can't go wrong with '¡Bravo!', but '¡Brava!' shows you're an expert.
खुद को परखो
Choose the best situation to use '¡Bravo!' without sarcasm.
When would you say '¡Bravo!' to someone?
¡Bravo! is used to praise a performance or achievement.
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the adjective 'bravo'.
Cuidado, esa perra es muy ______.
The noun 'perra' is feminine and singular, so the adjective must be 'brava'.
Match the tone of '¡Bravo!' to the context.
Context: Your friend just dropped their phone in the toilet.
In this context, '¡Bravo!' is used to highlight a clumsy mistake.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ¡Aprobé el examen de conducir! B: _________
Passing a driving test is an achievement that deserves praise and congratulations.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Bravo vs. Olé
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासWhen would you say '¡Bravo!' to someone?
¡Bravo! is used to praise a performance or achievement.
Cuidado, esa perra es muy ______.
The noun 'perra' is feminine and singular, so the adjective must be 'brava'.
Context: Your friend just dropped their phone in the toilet.
In this context, '¡Bravo!' is used to highlight a clumsy mistake.
A: ¡Aprobé el examen de conducir! B: _________
Passing a driving test is an achievement that deserves praise and congratulations.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालIt is neutral. You can use it at a formal opera or when your child finishes their dinner.
In Spanish, no. '¡Bravo!' is a fixed interjection. However, if you want to sound very sophisticated in a theater, you can use 'Brava'.
It means a rough or stormy sea. Here, 'bravo' acts as an adjective meaning 'wild'.
It's better to use '¡Felicidades!' or '¡Feliz cumpleaños!'. Use '¡Bravo!' if they blow out all the candles in one breath!
Like 'Great job!' in English, it's a way to mock someone who did something obviously wrong.
Yes, it is universally understood and used across Spain and Latin America.
'Bravo' is international and general. 'Olé' is specific to Hispanic traditions like flamenco.
It is 'Bravísimo' (with an accent on the 'i').
No, that would be 'caro'. 'Bravo' never refers to price.
Usually no, as it might disturb others. Save it for live performances!
संबंधित मुहावरे
¡Olé!
similarExclamation of approval, especially in arts.
¡Muy bien!
synonymVery well.
¡Felicidades!
similarCongratulations.
¡Bravísimo!
specialized formExtremely well done.
¡Eso es!
similarThat's it!
